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United States /Eastern SeaboardFor curious cruise travelers, North America's home shores are some of the world's most splendid, encompassing the historic landmarks of Baltimore, Charleston, New York & Philadelphia.
The eastern seaboard of the United States offers many un-examined vistas for the world traveler...enjoy a stroll through the tree-lined streets of the charming historic downtown districts.
With the advent of Homeland cruising, many ports are now
offering cruises to the Caribbean, Bermuda and Canada/New England, including
New York, Boston, Norfolk, and Philadelphia.
From historically decorated homes to magnificent plantations, the charm
of these U.S. cities exude a rich mixture of factual information and culture.
Philadelphia is one of the largest and most cosmopolitan cities in America.
It presents even to the veteran tourist, a rich array of historic and
cultural attractions, from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell to the
Japanese House and Garden in Fairmount Park.
United States - Port City - Baltimore
Baltimore can be found in the mid-Atlantic region of North America just
off the Chesapeake Bay along the Patapsco River estuary. Today, Baltimore's
claim to fame is the waterfront. Hop on a Water Taxi at the Inner Harbor
for a delightful way to explore the waterfront.
At the heart of it you’ll find Harborplace & The Gallery, featuring
a mix of unique shops, restaurants and diverse eateries. The floor-to-ceiling
windows at Top of the World offer a breathtaking panoramic view of Baltimore
and beyond. For five decades, the A-1 Crab Haven has been proudly serving
the finest seafood and steamed crabs that Maryland has to offer. Or try
Obrycki's, located at 1727 E. Pratt Street in the area of Baltimore known
as Fells Point.
There is so much culture in Baltimore that many New Yorkers retire here just so that they can enjoy the same kind of luminescent stratosphere, but at a less frantic pace. In fact, many of the visitors are neighbors from Pennsylvania, Virginia, Delaware and other nearby states that enjoy the change of scene and the call of the crab.
Whether you are sailing north or south from
Baltimore, you will find this city's closely knit neighborhoods and historic
quarters provide a fascinating backdrop to many diverse attractions -
such as the Inner Harbor's National Aquarium, Pier 6 Concert Pavilion
and Power Plant entertainment complex along its celebrated waterfront.
A diverse and engaging city, Baltimore offers enough varied attractions
to please even the most sophisticated travelers.
United States - Port City - Charleston
This beautiful historic city has many interesting places to visit, where
you can immerse yourself in a time long gone by. From historic houses
to magnificent plantations, the charm of this city exudes a rich mixture
of history and culture.
Fort Sumter administered by the National Park Service. Charleston Harbor, where the War between the States began in April 1861. The Charles Pinckney plantation in Mt. Pleasant was used for a camp by both armies during the war. The Mt. Pleasant home is a rare example of a small plantation cottage typical of the Civil War era and earlier.
Charleston's cultural heritage is a mirror backdrop to Spoleto Festival USA, which each spring rediscovers its roots in the city's hospitable artistic traditions...Unparalleled as an enduring and inspired entity of living theater, dance, music, opera and the visual arts. There is nothing better than a pail of steamed oysters to get you through a winter day in Charleston.. or any kind of day.
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States - Port City - New York
There is so much
to do in this exciting city! Enjoy New York City’s
outdoors in the world famous Central Park while savoring
a delicious hot dog or a soft chewy pretzel. Dubbed
the 'Great White Way' after its bright lights, Times
Square has long been celebrated as New York's glittery
crossroads.
For iconic value, you can't surpass the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Central Park and Times Square. The Museum of Modern Art has to be one of the world's top museums, and the Guggenheim Museum and American Museum of Modern History aren't far behind. Bookshops, food, theater, shopping, people: it doesn't really matter what you do or where you go in New York because the city itself is an in-your-face, exhilarating experience.
United States - Port City - Philadelphia
Philadelphia, one of the largest and most cosmopolitan cities in America,
offers a rich array of historic and cultural attractions, from Independence
Hall and the Liberty Bell to the Japanese House and Garden in Fairmount
Park.
Although it's dear to the hearts of America's fiercest flag-wavers, there's
a lot more to Philadelphia than the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.
Cheered for their cheesesteaks and hallowed for their hoagies, Philly's
foodies recently took the lion's share of Condé Nast Traveler's best-of-the-nation
restaurant recommendations, while the city itself was voted the country's
friendliest.
Philadelphia is easy to get around. It's
laid out in a grid and divided into four quadrants, each with its own
park; most of the major sights and accommodations are within walking distance
or a short bus ride or drive from each other.
Explore its small streets and alleys, which give the city a European feel.
South Philadelphia has been settled by succeeding waves of immigrants:
from the Dutch and Swedish settlers of the 17th century, through the Jewish
and Italian arrivals in the 19th and early 20th centuries, to the black,
Hispanic and Asian settlers of more recent years.
The White Dog Cafe is located in three adjacent
Victorian brownstones in the university section of Philadelphia's west
side. Known for it's unusual blend of award-winning cuisine and social
activism, the cafe presents numerous events throughout the year which
please palates while raising consciousness.
Le Bec-Fin. Rejecting invitations to relocate to Manhattan, Los Angeles and Chicago, Chef Perrier opted to continue his love affair with Philadelphia. In 1983, Chef Perrier acquired an historic art deco building at 1523 Walnut Street where he created what is often referred to as the most elegant restaurant in the country.
United States - Port City - Wilmington
Enjoy a stroll through the tree-lined streets of the
charming historic downtown district. This area is blessed
with a fine collection of meticulously restored Victorian,
Georgian, Italianate and antebellum homes, many of which
are still lived in.
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States - Port City - Washington DC
National capitals are renowned for being the least interesting places
to visit in any country, but Washington is an exception. The most comfortable
times to visit Washington are in spring (March to May) and fall (September
to November). The official tourist season runs from April through September.
It's a good idea to buy advance tickets to popular attractions during
this period because the queues can be monstrous. Washington
is plonked down in the District of Columbia, a little enclave chopped
from the state of Maryland. It is bounded on one side by the Potomac River
(on the other side of the river you'll find Arlington and Alexandria,
Virginia) and on the other sides by the state of Maryland.
The Mall is home to some of the capital's
most famous museums. The Smithsonian is among the world's finest research
centers, and has 13 phenomenal museums and galleries as well as a zoo.
For a top-notch view of the Potomac Basin, make your way up the 555ft
(166m) Washington Monument.
The Lincoln Memorial is much more than a monument to the 16th US President.
Completed in 1922, it quickly became a symbol of America's commitment
to civil rights.
The most visited memorial in DC is the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, a stark,
powerful structure designed by Maya Ying Lin, whose design was selected
from a national competition when she was a 21 year old architecture student
at Yale University.
